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1.2 What Are LEDs?
About LEDs
A light emitting diode (LED in short) is an electronic semiconductor unit. If a voltage is
applied to the diode in a flow pattern, it emits light.
With the help of specific choices of semiconductor materials and doping, a large variety of light
and color shades can be produced. Most importantly, the spectral range and the efficiency of the
diodes can be influenced.
Due to an increased efficiency and the development of white LEDs, the area of light emitting
diodes varies widely. Nowadays, the use of LED technology is not restricted to the illumination of
rooms and buildings only, but has many more fields of application.
Economic Advantages Of LEDs
High degree of effectiveness combined with a low energy consumption
Nominal heat development
Almost unlimited life span of lamps
Minimized cost compared to common light systems
Design Advantages Of LEDs
Small design and shape
Size and format of common lights
Dimming is possible without change of light temperature
Color of light is adjustable (if differently colored LEDs are used)